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onset

[ˈɒnsɛt]

onset Definition

the beginning of something, especially something unpleasant.

Using onset: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "onset" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The onset of winter brings cold temperatures and snow.

  • Example

    The onset of the disease is sudden and severe.

  • Example

    The onset of the pandemic caused widespread panic.

  • Example

    The onset of old age can bring many challenges.

onset Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with onset

  • the beginning or onset of a disease or condition at an early age

    Example

    Early onset Alzheimer's disease is rare but devastating.

  • the time it takes for a drug or medication to begin to take effect

    Example

    The onset time for this medication is about 30 minutes.

  • the age at which a disease or condition first appears or is diagnosed

    Example

    The onset age for Parkinson's disease is typically around 60 years old.

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Summary: onset in Brief

The term 'onset' [ˈɒnsɛt] refers to the beginning of something, often something unpleasant. It can refer to the start of a season, like 'The onset of winter,' or the start of a disease, like 'The onset of the disease is sudden and severe.' 'Onset' extends into phrases like 'early onset,' referring to the beginning of a disease at an early age, and 'onset time,' referring to the time it takes for a medication to take effect.

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